Training for a long-distance run requires dedication, discipline, and the right gear to optimise your performance. Additionally, having the right essentials with you can minimise the risk of injury. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced runner, having the right things can significantly enhance your training experience. So, what essentials do you need?  … The post Essential Items for Training in Preparation for a Long-Distance Run appeared first on Rachel Nicole ..read more

Sleep is one of the most important things in life. If you aren’t sleeping well, that can affect so many aspects in your life. I’m sure I’m not alone when I say lack of sleep makes me one hell of a grumpy gal. I’ve recently been working with mattress, pillows and bed specialist TEMPUR® on… The post Sleep Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All with TEMPUR® appeared first on Rachel Nicole ..read more

Many people think it’s impossible to both have fun today and build your finances for tomorrow. Yet whether you prefer to live to the fullest or sacrifice for the future, we’re here to tell you that you don’t need to pick either or. It’s possible to enjoy the best that life has to offer, while… The post How to enjoy yourself while building your finances appeared first on Rachel Nicole ..read more

Summer is imminent. Barring the occasional spell of wet weather (which, in the UK, is par for the course), we can look forward to weeks of glorious sunshine. While this might seem like an unequivocally welcome development, it presents a few downsides. The sun has the potential to inflict considerable harm on our skin and… The post Understanding the Importance of Sun Care as We Approach Summer appeared first on Rachel Nicole ..read more

Want to know how to get the ball rolling and seize the month ahead? We’re used to staying organised at work, but our personal errands can be easily blurred into one overwhelming batch of tasks.  It’s common knowledge that being organised can help to reduce stress in your day-to-day, giving you even more incentive to… The post How to organise your month for maximum efficiency appeared first on Rachel Nicole ..read more

We all know I love my food around here. I keep coming across some great food festivals happening in the region and thought I’d put together a handy blogpost with a few of the ones that have caught my eye. These food festivals are a great opportunity to try some new food, learn some new… The post Yorkshire Food Festivals to visit in 2023 appeared first on Rachel Nicole ..read more

For those who decide to say, ‘I do’, the wedding day is one of the most special events of your life. The act of joining yourself to another person is a remarkable moment, and there is the added joy of celebrating your marriage with all of your friends and family around you. However, after months… The post Choosing the ultimate wedding ring for him and her appeared first on Rachel Nicole ..read more

Many people can find themselves at a loss when a vacation is over. However, by keeping these memories alive in fun and exciting ways, the positive emotions associated with that experience can still be keenly felt through the years.   There are some special vacation moments that deserve to be remembered for a very long time.… The post Creative Ways To Remember Special Vacation Moments appeared first on Rachel Nicole ..read more

Every year millions of pets are brought into rescue centres across the world, the collective RSPCA’s branches had rehomed 26,945 animals in 2021 alone. If you are looking for a pet, instead of buying a new dog, you could rescue one. This could give a good animal a second chance at a happy life and… The post Choosing A New Pet From A Rescue Centre: The Key Questions To Ask appeared first on Rachel Nicole ..read more

Around Christmas it’s the time where you can certainly feel the pinch. Especially with everything going on with the cost of living crisis, this year may involve a lot of cut backs and savings where possible. I thought I would share a few of my top tips on what I’m doing to save some pennies… The post Tips on saving money before Christmas appeared first on Rachel Nicole ..read more